Racking

RE+ Northeast 2024 showcased a plethora of solar innovations and industry advancements, from concrete ballast racking systems to cutting-edge battery technology, as 3,500 industry professionals gathered in Boston despite the cold weather.

While most large-format modules are lab tested for certification, the lab is not the real world. The field loading applied to a solar module depends on the structure on which it is mounted and the terrain of the project.

Leveraging partnerships can help overcome challenges such as supply chain and price volatility as well as embracing opportunities such as meeting domestic content requirements.

As the economy and population in Texas grows, so does its demand for electricity as well as sustainable food production. Texas A&M researchers collaborated on a study that finds that agrivoltaics offers the potential to enhance the efficiency of both.

Vertical solar plants with bifacial modules can absorb more energy than other tilted models and are finding agricultural application around the world.

Catalyze announced that two solar projects in Lancaster, New York commenced operation, one of which serves Finger Lakes Health through a community solar agreement.

The company will own and operate two installations that provide a combined 8.8 MW of clean energy to more than 1,400 homes, half of which will be low- to moderate-income households.

Erthos projects span five states across U.S. including one on tribal land in Utah.

Bolstered by private equity and the acquisition of four U.S. manufacturers, ESDEC is seeking further expansion via capital raised from public markets.

A Colorado farmer installed vertical bifacial solar, leveraging greenhouse albedo to increase output. The installation demonstrates promising generation during winter months, while maximizing limited land space.